Whoop's Hiring Spree, CrossFit's CEO Departs, Equinox's Luxury Travel Play

March 5, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes.

Today's top stories:

• CrossFit CEO Don Faul steps down March 6 as company explores sale with Moelis & Company advising potential buyers

• Equinox opens luxury resort at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast with 128 rooms and 20,000-sq-ft fitness club, planning 30+ hotels over next decade

• Whoop plans to increase workforce by 75% adding 600+ roles ahead of potential IPO, with international markets now 60% of sales

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